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Publix Pharmacy

Pharmacist - Full-time Floater

Covington, GA · On-site

$49.50 - $59.50/hr

Description As a Publix Pharmacy Associate, you'll see how very satisfying it is to work for a ... And, with growth potential of up to 50 new pharmacies per year, our promote from within culture ...

Publix Pharmacy

Pharmacist - Full-time Floater

Covington, GA

$49.50 - $59.50/hr

As a Publix Pharmacy Associate, you'll see how very satisfying it is to work for a company that is ... And, with growth potential of up to 50 new pharmacies per year, our promote from within culture ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for publix pharmacist in Decatur, GA is $59.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54.66 and $65.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Publix Pharmacist?

A Publix Pharmacist is responsible for dispensing medications, providing customer consultations, and ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations. They also oversee pharmacy operations, manage inventory, and collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize patient care. Publix Pharmacists focus on delivering exceptional customer service while maintaining high safety and quality standards. Additionally, they may offer immunizations and wellness counseling to support community health. This role requires a valid pharmacy license and strong attention to detail.

What does a typical workday look like for a Publix Pharmacist?

A typical day for a Publix Pharmacist involves verifying and dispensing prescriptions, consulting with patients and healthcare providers, administering immunizations, and managing pharmacy staff and operations. You’ll spend much of your time interacting with customers, answering their medication questions, and ensuring they receive accurate, safe prescriptions. Teamwork is key, as pharmacists often collaborate with pharmacy technicians and store managers to meet customer needs efficiently. Additionally, you may be responsible for keeping inventory stocked, staying up to date on new medications, and assisting with health screenings or wellness programs. This variety keeps the workday engaging and allows pharmacists to make a positive impact in their communities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Publix Pharmacist?

To thrive as a Publix Pharmacist, you need a Doctor of Pharmacy degree (PharmD), a valid pharmacist license, and strong knowledge of medications and pharmacy law. Familiarity with pharmacy management software, prescription processing systems, and immunization certifications are commonly required. Excellent customer service, effective communication, and attention to detail are crucial soft skills in this setting. These abilities ensure safe medication dispensing, regulatory compliance, and positive patient experiences in a busy retail environment.

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Pharmacist - Full-time Floater

Publix Pharmacy

Covington, GA • On-site

$49.50 - $59.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

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Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description

Description
As a Publix Pharmacy Associate, you'll see how very satisfying it is to work for a company that is passionately devoted to its customers, to its associates, and to the wellness of the communities it serves. What sets our pharmacy departments apart is a genuine patient-centric environment with clinical services such as immunizations, MTM (medication therapy management), and much more!
Publix is continually recognized as one of the best places in America to work; see why Publix should be part of your list of top places to work in Pharmacy. And, with growth potential of up to 50 new pharmacies per year, our promote from within culture allows for a rewarding career path into any one of the following areas: retail management, specialty pharmacy, out-patient hospital pharmacy, corporate or centralized pharmacy operations.
Your passion for health and wellness, combined with our reputation and commitment to excellence, are what sets Publix apart from the crowd. We know you want to make a career out of caring. We want your career to be with Publix Pharmacy. Join the team that pharmacists and patients feel good about.
In addition to the shared basic responsibilities of all Publix associates, a Floating Pharmacist's responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following. As a Floating Pharmacist, you will:
  • provide dedication to each pharmacies success, by executing strategy, motivating and inspiring staff as the pharmacist-on-duty
  • set priorities to maximize contribution, executing daily tasks, supporting the team and building rapport with both customers and associates
  • provide best-in-class pharmacy service to patients, empower your staff in providing value and service through counseling, building personalized relationships, promoting customer loyalty, offering pharmacist led clinical services to improve health and wellness and preventative care through services available at Publix
  • inspire each team you work with to do the right thing, gaining buy in, and empowering the team to be accountable
  • provide enthusiasm for all new pharmacy initiatives at your assigned location
  • manage team performance, such as prescription promised time, by assigning tasks to ensure complex operational activities are met in a timely and efficient manner in the absence of the pharmacist-in-charge
  • use best practices to make sound business decisions while covering as the pharmacist-on-duty
  • be regarded as an expert on the pharmacy technology system and how it is used for both routine and complex prescription processing
  • mentor others on Publix pharmacy best practices to maximize sales, minimize shrink while meeting customers' needs, using programs such as auto refill and Sync Your Refills
  • proactively advance pharmacy clinical initiatives including Medication Therapy Management (MTM) and immunizations
  • maintain a flexible work-week schedule in order to meet the needs of our customers, and
  • assist in all other duties as assigned.

Additional Information
Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive a confirmation email. Please be sure to monitor your email daily for communications you may receive during the recruiting and selection process for this position.
Required Qualifications
The minimum qualifications for the position of Floating Pharmacist are:
  • must be at least 18 years of age
  • must be a graduate of a school of pharmacy
  • must have and maintain an unrestricted, state pharmacist license
  • must not have active suspensions, sanctions, or other restrictions related to participation in a private, federal, or state health insurance program upon hire and thereafter and
  • must not have received an unacceptable result on a company-sponsored drug test within the last three years

Preferred Qualifications
Other qualifications for the position of Floating Pharmacist include:
  • be an immunizing pharmacist meeting the requirements as established by the state (or be scheduled to become an immunizer in the next set of training classes)
  • effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • ability to interpret and understand instructions and solve problems
  • numerical and financial aptitude and
  • knowledge of retail merchandising and inventory control.

Benefits Information
  • Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
  • An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Group health, dental and vision plans
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Publix pharmacies are closed for seven holidays per year
  • Retail bonus: Paid quarterly, based on sales and profits and are calculated at the end of each inventory period
  • Visit our website to see all of our benefits: Benefits - Jobs (publix.com)

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